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Popular Mandolin Teachers Near East Pittsburgh

Sam K.

Eric B.

Dylan C.

About Sam

I play and teach Guitar (Electric/Acoustic), Bass (Electric/Upright), 5-String Banjo (Bluegrass and Old-timey), Violin/Fiddle, Mandolin, Dobro, Pedal Steel Guitar and Lap Steel Guitar, Ukulele, Piano and Piano Accordion. I have been teaching in the Pittsburgh area for over 20 years and owned my music studio/store for over 10 years. I have instructional book/cd(s) and instruments for purchase or rentals usually available on-site. I am experienced and friendly. Parking lot is free and off-street.

Reviews

Michelle W. October 31, 2014
Piano ·
In studio Verified Student

Harlie enjoys her lessons! Sam is a very enthusiastic teacher and helps to keep her focused

About Eric

Trained as a classical guitarist under Tom Kikta and Irving Kauffman, Eric has performed for years in the Pittsburgh area, as well as the Guitar Foundation of America's International competition. Eric is also well versed in jazz and bluegrass styles.

There's no substitute for self-motivation whenever learning a new instrument. Whether it be the song with 500 plays on your iPod, or the theme to your favorite video game, you are much more likely to commit hours of weekly practice to an instrument if you spend that time with a song you thoroughly enjoy. For that reason, the core of my teaching style is simple: students come to me with the songs they love, and I show them how to play those songs. If this calls for specific chords, techniques, or strumming patterns, I make those the priority in the student's instruction. General fundamentals, music theory, and ear training are integrated into lessons as we gradually work toward mastering the songs you love.

About Dylan

I am a graduate from the University of Pittsburgh with a BA in Music, and I plan to use my experience and passion for the art to help students reach their performance goals. I've been playing guitar for ten years, and the mandolin & ukulele for five. Over the years, I have performed in large events like the One Young World Summit with the University of Pittsburgh Carpathian Ensemble, and the Passion of Gamelan and Pop Sunda Concert. I've also played smaller, more intimate concerts at venues like Mr. Small's Theater and the Warhol Museum with my own pop-rock band, The Suburban Sellouts. In 2012, I had the incredible opportunity to study Romani music abroad in Central Europe through the Romani Music, Culture, & Human Rights study abroad program, and in 2013 I trained in Balkan music at the ...

Mandolin With TakeLessons

TakeLessons offers private in-studio and in-home Mandolin in East Pittsburgh and nearby areas. Learn how to play mandolin by working with a qualified TakeLessons instructor. Review East Pittsburgh Mandolin teacher profiles and contact a friendly TakeLessons student counselor by phone or email for assistance with scheduling your Mandolin lessons.

Whether you are a beginner Mandolin student, intermediate Mandolin student, or advanced Mandolin student, a TakeLessons Instructor can help you learn or enhance your Mandolin skills. Your choices for a East Pittsburgh Mandolin instructor come from a variety of backgrounds, making it easy to find one that matches your interests and skill level. Each Mandolin instructor's specialties are listed on their profile, along with helpful details like
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teaching style, background, photos, student feedback, and hourly availability. Lessons are offered at studio locations throughout East Pittsburgh, and some of our instructors will even travel to you if you prefer in-home lessons in surrounding East Pittsburgh locations.

Our East Pittsburgh Mandolin teachers work with students of all ages; teaching Mandolin for kids, Mandolin for teenagers and Mandolin for adults. Each Mandolin teacher will strive to give you a customized Mandolin lesson that exceeds your expectations. In fact, we are so committed to your satisfaction that we offer all new customers a 100% Money Back Guarantee on your first lesson. Each Mandolin lesson is tracked online by your private Mandolin instructor to provide you with feedback to help you reach your goals.

TakeLessons student counselors are standing by to help schedule your private Mandolin classes; simply give us a call at 800-252-1508. You also have the option of selecting your Mandolin teacher and signing up online through your teacher's profile.